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Howard Gentry Obituary
YADKINVILLE — Mr. Howard Frank Gentry, 86, of Dudley Street, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015, at his home. He was born Feb. 7, 1929, in Yadkin County to the late William Miles and Ollie Leona Pendry Gentry. Mr. Gentry was a farmer who enjoyed hiring lots of the local community kids to help work in his crops of tobacco. He was also the former co-owner and operator of Williams & Gentry Grocery Store and Meat Processing. During his years of working at the store, he loved all the friendships that were made, enjoyed making the sandwiches with extra meat and cheese, and was known for the fresh sausage he made for the community. He was a faithful member of Center United Methodist Church and attended as long as his health permitted. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Iva Helton, Ruth Mickles, Margaret Williams; and brothers, George Gentry and Lester Gentry. Surviving are his beloved wife of 61 years, Barbara Wooten Gentry of the home; his children, Steve Gentry and wife, Sharon, of Lewisville, Sandra G. Overby and husband, Clay, of Yadkinville, David Gentry and wife, Melissa, of Yadkinville; grandchildren, Chad Gentry, Emma Gentry, Christopher Overby, Andrew Overby, Stuart Gentry, Jordan Gentry, Jackson Gentry; sisters, Bernice G. Norman, Wilma G. Casstevens; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville. His funeral service will be 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, 2015, at Center United Methodist Church by Dr. Bonnie Harris and the Rev. Jimmy Lancaster. Burial will follow the service in Center Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either Center United Methodist Church, 1849 Center Road, Boonville, NC 27055; or to Mountain Valley Hospice, P.O. Box 1267, Yadkinville, NC 27055. The family would like to express its gratitude to the staff of Yadkin Valley Community Hospital, Mountain Valley Hospice, and to Jennifer Brown for all the loving care and support given to Mr. Gentry. Online condolences may be made to www.gentryfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Howard Gentry
Andrew Mackie
February 12, 2019
Thanks for remembering Frank on the anniversary of his death. He was a good man and friendly to me.
I will be thinking of Barbara and the family today.
Terry Krutz
February 19, 2016
My condolences to your family, I remember visiting as a boy with my mother Floy Mae Windsor Krutz. Peace be with you.
February 23, 2015
My sincere condolences on your great loss. May you find peace and comfort during this sad time...Psalm 25:16,17.
bridgette bell
February 21, 2015
David and Barbara and family so sorry for your lost.we are praying for you.
Betty Chappell
February 20, 2015
David ,Sorry for your lost. I know God is looking out for your family because you are also so nice to everyone in their time of sorrow. Your Father was also a kind man
Michael Shore
February 20, 2015
Sending our deepest sympathy. May God be your comforter during this time of loss.
Michael & Nancy Shore
Sandra Swaim Wiles
February 20, 2015
Barbara, Sandra, David and Steve, I am so very sorry for your loss. Frank was a very good man. I remember working in tobacco for him when I was younger. I will always remember you guys. I love all of you. I will keep you in my prayers and Bless each one of you
February 20, 2015
Mike and I have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Did not know he had passed away until now. He was a sweet man who let the light of Jesus shine through him.
Amanda Eads Greenwood
February 20, 2015
David, I want to extend my condolences to you and your family. I recently lost my father so I understand the grief you are going through. It's a void that cannot be filled. I will have you and your family in my prayers.
Dottie Ratledge
February 20, 2015
David and family
So sorry about the passing of your Dad. You may have lost a loved one in body but you will always have your memories and special moments that will carry you through the rough moments. May God be with you during this difficult time. Jerry, Dottie, Paul, Wendy and Wesley Ratledge
Andy and Susan Hayes
February 20, 2015
Barbara and family we are very sorry for your lost it was an honor to know frank he was such a great person and god used him daily their was not a time that went by that he did not speak to us and bring us those fresh vegetables in the summer if you need anything please let us know God bless you and your family
Jerry & Gail Waddell
February 20, 2015
He was an absolute gentleman everyday of the week, an important part of the community and one who enriched the lives of countless people. Myself included. Best Regards to the entire family.
Lynn Winters
February 20, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family,
I was so sorry to learn about Frank. He was such a wonderful person and I am proud to have known him. Frank was a special person. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Graham Winters
February 20, 2015
BARBARA, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. THINKING OF YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY.
CHRISTIAN LOVE,
WAYNE & JANET JOYNER
February 20, 2015
BARBARA, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
CHRISTIAN LOVE,
WAYNE & JANET JOYNER
Rob Parsons
February 20, 2015
I have good memories of Frank. He was always smiling and never seemed to busy to say hello!
Ann Clay
February 20, 2015
Sandra, Clay, Sharon, Steve and all of the Gentry families -
Sorry for your loss - but heaven just gained a great angel. May your hearts be filled with heartful & joyful memories of Frank. Sending my deepest sympathies to all the Gentry family. Psalm 23
Cindy Brown
February 20, 2015
Barbara, Steve, Sandra and David:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Frank was such a nice man. He would always stop what he was doing and ask how you were doing. When I went through my rough time you were there for me, and I truly appreciated it. Just know that you have my deepest sympathy.
Dardanelle Clark Wilson
February 19, 2015
David and family, you are all in my prayers. May your precious memories of your father be shared for a long time.
Andrew Mackie
February 19, 2015
David and Family,
Frank was one of the finest people I knew. I will miss him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during the coming days.
Calvin & Vicky Dudley
February 19, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. With Love and Prayers,
John and Chris H. Matthews
February 19, 2015
Barbara, Steve, Sandra and David, Frank was a great man and will be remembered fondly by many people. Everyone will miss him dearly.
With Love and Sympathy,
Dorothy Ratledge
February 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Mary Lou & Sarah Mackie
February 19, 2015
Mr. Gentry was proud of his family. A wonderful legacy will remain. We send our love & prayers during this time of reflection & sorrow.
Andy Mathis
February 19, 2015
David & Family,
We send our prayers and deepest sympathies. Psalm 23.
Donna White Moore
February 19, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you feel God's peace and His presence during these difficult days.
chris watkins
February 19, 2015
Praying for all of yall that god will help you get thru this tuff time
Dawn Edworthy
February 19, 2015
Steve and Sharon and to the rest of the family. We are very sorry for your loss and you will be in our prayers.
Betty Saylor
February 19, 2015
Dear Barbara and David and all the rest of the family, I send to you my deepest sympathy. Frank was a very special man, loved by all. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I am so sorry for your loss.
Dawn May White
February 19, 2015
Frank was one of the sweetest men I ever knew. I will always have fond memories of him and Uncle George at the store.Loved them both. I will try to share some photos that I have of him.
Mayo Prim
February 19, 2015
Frank was one of a kind. Always smiling and helpful to everyone. This world needs more men like Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Snider
February 19, 2015
Barbara I am so sorry for your loss! You and your family are in thoughts!
February 19, 2015
Barbara, David, Sandra, Steve,and Family,
I am sorry about your loss. I am sure you have many wonderful memories. He was such a good fellow. Remembering you in prayer, Lisa Wishon
February 19, 2015
david I want to thank your dad for all he did for my brother micheal and me in our younger years bless you and family tim driver.
Tina Whitaker
February 19, 2015
I always used to enjoy seeing Frank at the store...prayers and comfort for the family in the days to come
Iris Ledbetter
February 19, 2015
Our community has lost a good friend! Praying for your family.
REbecca Renegar
February 19, 2015
Barbra and family
So sorry to hear of the passing of frank.
He is probably in heaven singing his lbig heart out
WITH the angels or sittig at jesus feet. .he will be greatly missed by everyone. .
Tommy & Kathy Rash
February 19, 2015
Dear Barbara, Steve, Sandra and David:
Frank was such a blessing to us during those 5 years that we had the pleasure of working together. He always had a kind word for everyone while displaying that radiant smile to those in his company. During this sad time, may your hearts be filled with memories of a life lived with so much love never really ends but goes on forever in the hearts of those who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.
Sylvia Williams
February 19, 2015
Just Know that IAm thinking and Praying for all of You Hang on to all Your memories .
I thank God for my path having crossed this fine and wonderful family .Love You all.
Paul J Williams
February 19, 2015
To the Gentry Family:
I knew Frank my WHOLE life. I never saw him without a smile on his face and a kind word. He was well loved by our community and will be missed greatly. May God comfort you during this time of loss.
Sylvia & Windle Brown
February 19, 2015
Barbara, Steve, Sandra & David,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your soul mate & Dad was a special man. He always had a smile on his face no matter where you saw him. I know you will miss him, but he's in a better place than we are. He's in heaven with his family that has gone on before & with my Mama, Daddy & little brother, Edward. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Love, Sylvia
Kenneth&Shirley brandon
February 19, 2015
David & Barbar Frank will be missed so much.He was a great person and friend.lots of love
Kimberly@Dean Johnson
February 19, 2015
David and Barbara, We are so sorry to hear about Franks passing.We will always remember him as saugage man and slicing the good old hams.
Wayne-Peggy-Julie & Christy Bryant
February 19, 2015
Barbara & Family,
We will never forget as a young family your kindness to us. We use to get groceries on a ticket and we always paid at the end of the month. You always treated us with such kindness. Those things don't happen these days. Frank was such a good man working cutting fresh meats. He always wanted to please his customers. We always enjoyed talking to him. He was a Blessing. He is home now and you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all!
February 19, 2015
david
so sorry to hear about frank passing away he was always a great friend to my family over the years we will miss him .david heaven gained a beautiful soul.i know the pain u feel just know that i love u very much u are in my prayers and thoughts i love u david gentry praying for peace and comfort for your family in the coming days and weeks and years,
Vickie Wishon Prevette
February 19, 2015
Barbara & Family,
I remember Frank from the store, and what a sweet, kind, spirit he had. I pray God will comfort your hearts as only he can do.
marjetta Shores
February 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Have many memories. Frank was a pillar of this community. Marjetta Dixon Shores and Tony Shores
February 19, 2015
On behalf of my late husband, Ben Neill and myself, I want to send my condolences to all the Gentry family. May you find comfort and peace as you remember your special memories.
Peace, Ann Neill East Bend,NC
Angela Murphy
February 19, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of this dear man. I have always cherished the memories of those days at the tobacco barn. Frank made an impression on me early in my life and it always stayed with me. I am truly grateful for the friendship shared all these years. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you all.
"Pumpkin"
Sam & Pat Cockerham
February 19, 2015
Dear Barbara and Family,
So sorry for your loss. We are so thankful for his friendship over the years. He was a special man that left a wonderful testimony for all of us to remember and cherish. Our love and prayers are with you.
Jim Stimpson
February 19, 2015
A GREAT man, befriend so many people.May God wrap His loving arms around each of you at this difficult time. Praying for the family.
Darlene Sizemore
February 19, 2015
Barbara, Steve, Sharon, Sandra and David: I am so sorry to hear that Frank has passed. I have so many great memories of Frank. Barbara you and Frank were always so special to us!! I know Frank is wearing a crown full of jewels in heaven right now. I will be praying for you all. We love you all. Darlene, Charlene and Robin
February 18, 2015
Barbara and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of seeing Frank at Williams & Gentry's when I was a little girl. He always had a smile on his face and was so pleasant when we would talk. I ask that God comfort you and the family during this difficult time. With much love, Jeanne Willard Faircloth
Steve Lineberry
February 18, 2015
Dear Barbara & Family,
Frank was very dear us. He had a smile that would light the room. He always came to work smiling. We valued his friendship. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lorie Rose
February 18, 2015
Ms Barbara, David and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lorie Rose and Family
February 18, 2015
Dear Barbara & Family,
Our sympathy & prayers to each and everyone of you. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
In Christian Love,
Jim & Camey Whitaker
Herman/Janice Brown
February 18, 2015
Sending sympathies to All the Gentry families. Thoughts and prayers are with you All.
Reba Hollingsworth
February 18, 2015
Frank was a special person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through your time of sorrow.
Vanessa Sisk
February 18, 2015
I remember this man as a little girl, I always loved his dark curly hair, always smiling. He was a friend to so many. He has an awesome family, prayers to each one.
John & Barbara Overby
February 18, 2015
Clay, Sandra, Christopher, and Andrew we are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
randy davis
February 18, 2015
so sorry for your loss, he was a special person and will be missed by many. your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Randy and Kristy Davis an family.
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